Dong Qichang Running Script, Two Varieties

Author: Shanghai Shuxue Publishing House
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Publishing Date: 2001-06-01
Features: This book is one of the classics of Chinese stone inscriptions and calligraphy, featuring two volumes of running script works by the Ming Dynasty calligrapher and painter Dong Qichang. These two works represent different stages of Dong Qichang's calligraphic style. His copy of Yan Zhenqing's "Cai Mingyun Tie" was written when he was 17 years old, while "Ziyu Fan Fu" was composed at the age of 67. His calligraphic style pursues the charm of brush and ink. His writing style is similar to his painting style, with a sparse, clear, and ethereal character, exuding a spiritual and scholarly aura that captivates the reader, sparking endless imagination and lingering in the mind. The book is beautifully printed and accurately reproduces the original works, making it an excellent reference for calligraphy enthusiasts.